Tile Setters

Tile setters perform some or all of the following duties:

• Prepare, measure and mark the surface to be covered. Build under beds and install anchor bolts, wires and brackets.
• Mix, apply and spread mortar, cement, mastic, glue or other adhesives using a hand trowel.
• Set tiles in position and apply pressure to affix tiles to base.
• Align and straighten tile using levels, squares and straightedges.
• Cut and fit tiles around obstacles and openings using hand and power cutting tools-Pack grout into joints between tiles and remove excess grout-Install tile strips.
• Lay and set mosaic tiles to create decorative wall, mural and floor designs-Mix, lay and polish terra surfaces.
• Cut, polish and install marble and granite.
• Remove and replace cracked or damaged tiles.
• May prepare cost estimates and orders.